Santa Baby

Christmas Song Lyrics

Santa Baby, just slip a sable under the tree,
For me.
Been an awful good girl, Santa baby,
So hurry down the chimney tonight.

Santa baby, a 54 convertible too,
Light blue.
I'll wait up for you dear, Santa baby,
So hurry down the chimney tonight.

Think of all the fun I've missed,
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed.
Next year I could be just as good,
If you'll check off my Christmas list.

Santa baby, I want a yacht, and really that's not
A lot.
Been an angel all year,
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight.

Santa honey, one little thing I really need,
The deed
To a platinum mine,
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight.

Santa cutie, and fill my stocking with a duplex,
And checks.
Sign your 'X' on the line,
Santa cutie, and hurry down the chimney tonight.

Come and trim my Christmas tree,
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's.
I really do believe in you,
Let's see if you believe in me.

Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing,
A ring.
I don't mean on the phone,
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight.
Hurry down the chimney tonight.
Hurry, tonight.

History of this Christmas Song

Santa Baby is a charmingly mischievous Christmas song that first turned heads in 1953. Written by Joan Javits, Philip Springer, and Tony Springer, the tune was introduced by the incomparable Eartha Kitt (see video below), whose silky vocals and sly delivery made the song an instant standout. Instead of focusing on sleigh bells and snowflakes, Santa Baby leans into glamour, wish lists, and a wink of holiday flirtation.

The song playfully imagines a woman addressing Santa with a series of over the top requests. She asks for everything from a sable coat to a yacht, all while insisting that she has been an absolute angel all year. Eartha Kitt's performance balanced elegance with humor. Her interpretation set the tone for nearly every cover that followed.

Although some critics initially viewed the song as a bit too bold for the 1950s, audiences loved its fresh take on holiday themes. Radio listeners quickly elevated it to classic status. Over the years it has been covered by artists such as Madonna, Kylie Minogue, and Ariana Grande, each putting their own spin on the song's glitzy charm.

At its heart, Santa Baby is a playful reminder that Christmas music can be glamorous, humorous, and a little indulgent. It brings sparkle to holiday playlists and offers a fun change of pace from more traditional tunes.

Animated Video Featuring the Vocals of Eartha Kitt

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